Glendeer Pet Farm

Visit Glendeer Pet Farm for a fun, family day out it’s animal interaction at its’ best! If you’re looking for somewhere to bring the kids for a day out, why not take them to Glendeer Pet Farm, 5 miles west of Athlone, off exit 13

Our Farm

Glendeer Pet Farm is an award winning open farm .

It is an unforgettable, interactive experience where you can pet baby animals such as bearded dragons, chicks, rabbits and guinea pigs.

Children will also get a bag of food to feed some of the animals such as goats, sheep, emu, donkeys, cows, llama and lots more. You also get to see some more exotic animals up close like our cheeky monkeys; George and Gina, the wallabies, the parrots and meerkats.

It is a safe and carefree environment for children of any age, whether they prefer to entertain themselves in our outdoor or indoor playgrounds or with the many animals on the farm. There really is something for all ages; from the zipline, double obstacle course and maze for the big kids to the fairy trail, new hobbit village, sand barn and soft play area for the smaller kids. Some of these and more are undercover areas for those wet days, so don’t let the weather put you off!

Visitors to Glendeer Pet Farm

Visitors are welcome to bring along a packed lunch and picnic in one of the many allocated areas (indoor or out), just beware as some of the friendly hens might join you! Our coffee shop also sells light refreshments and souvenirs.

While the kids are burning off some energy  in the outdoor or indoor playgrounds mums and dads can have a well-earned rest with a takeaway tea/coffee and a nice treat.

What’s great about Glendeer is that ‘big kids’ can enjoy it just as much too! While the children love the playgrounds the parents seem to really enjoy our old 1850’s restored cottage or taking a stroll along our nature walk which has recently become home to quite a few interesting little fairies.

The Nature Walk at Glendeer

Our unspoilt peaceful nature walk is part of an old mass path, reminiscent of bygone days that appeals to both young and old. Kids love the many fairy doors and toad stools that have popped up along the trail and are delighted to find the new hobbit village at the start of the adventure. Here you can find some beautiful woven willow huts, various hobbit houses, swing, tight rope and a few more surprises.

 Nature has turned this fariy trail into a very interesting and character-filled walk as the various trees that are found along the way have come together to form a natural tunnel for a magical feel. The path twists and winds unexpectedly around each corner making it a fun and interesting walk! It is less than half a mile long so it is more than manageable for most and keeps you interested as you go along. If you are looking for a walk with a bit of a difference, you’ll find it here at Glendeer Pet Farm.

Enjoy a stroll in the freedom of the countryside while viewing the large selection of animals and birds. 

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Visitor Review

We love animals and have visited a lot of pet farm but this one is different, it is so hands on and interactive. The kids get a bag of feed for the animals on the way into the farm, they got to feed goats, donkeys, llama, deer and a kind of intimidating emu. Very funny!
They got to hold chicks, guinea pigs, lizards and cute little puppys. One of the staff even took out the Macaw parrot to show us.

There is a great play area for the older kids, with zip lines, Maze and obstacle course and my 2 year olds loved the indoor toddler area. Also the fairy tail was a big hit with the little ones, they loved finding all the fairy doors and toadstools. Great exercise for them, they didn't realise how much walking they did.

Its a great idea to bring a picnic, while we relaxed the kids entertained themselves in the play area or sitting in petting the little pups.

Spent a full day here Saturday, would highly recommend. The kids (aged between 6 and 12) all enjoyed themselves from the minute we arrived. Great set up with plenty of hands on experience with the animals. The staff were very helpful. Large outdoor play area and picnic area. A lot more animals than expected too. Even after spending the while day there the kids could've stayed longer and all want to go back again.

Karen O'Hara